Unplugged Wedding

[katinator44]

I got some information and tips from my photographer today in a lovely packet.  One of the things she talked about was unplugging the wedding...so basically having everyone put their phones and cameras away and having HER be the ONLY one taking pictures.  I'm really torn on this...obviously I don't want phones out, but there are several family

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[sheepmaster]

I'm going unplugged for the ceremony, but any time other than that, people can let loose with the cameras! That way, they're able to focus on the important part of the day, and capture any moments we miss while we're off with the photographers :)

[sliveredlight]

You'll probably find that a lot of people are fans of this idea, but I HATE IT.

Not only is this taking enjoyment away from my family and friends (some of whom are incredibly talented), I've also seen some photogs that REALLY messed up - and moments some people would've completely missed out on because I wasn't there to take pictures. My younger brother's wedding photog lost 2/3 of their pictures thanks to a hard drive toasting. I might consider having the restriction verbally given about how close non-official-photographers can get to the ceremony taking place, but that's as far as I'd likely go.

Cellphones should be put away during the ceremony by default, but I'm the type that's going to be itching to update my Facebook relationship status when I have a moment, so... :P

[katinator44]

I might consider having the restriction verbally given about how close non-official-photographers can get to the ceremony taking place, but that's as far as I'd likely go.
I like that idea...because some of the pictures she sent me have guests like...standing RIGHT in front of the bride and groom...whaaaa? But I'm with you on all of this

[vltavska]

Honestly, I trusted my photographers to be able to get the right angles and shots regardless of other guests- I would hope my photogs could handle the crowd.

[vltavska]

I wouldn't (didn't) do it for two reasons.
-what if the pro shots somehow got lost?
-and what if people really want to take pictures? I feel like some people like to take pictures and it doesn't affect me if they enjoy doing that :) I found the ceremony intimidating, having people look at me, but we invited guests for them to enjoy it too. :)

[mistressemi]

I'd never go unplugged (and I didn't). Other people got different angles, and different things that the photographers weren't seeing. That was very important to me.

[puppy_ciao]

I'm going unplugged for the ceremony because I hate pictures of the guests where you can't see half of their faces bc they are all taking pictures- it looks so cheesy. During the reception I'm not as worried about it though.

[puppy_ciao]

Offbeatbride.com has a post about the benefits that is pretty convincing and has examples of what i'm talking about :-)

[dithie]

Here's the direct link, with photo examples!